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* John Hancock
* Samuel Adams
* Pre revolutionary war original from the enemy
Inside under "America" is a report stating the John Hancock, Samuel Adams & two others were elected by the "Freeholders" to represent them in the "General Court or Assembly".
Under "Ireland" is word that: "...Cap... See More $45.00
The back page has "By the King, A Proclamation" for rescheduling a session of Parliament (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More $26.00
* Early dueling
* Pre Rev. War
The entire front page is an article concerning dueling (see for beginning). An inside page has a few brief reports headed: "America". The back page has "By the King, A Proclamation" for rescheduling a session of Parliament (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice co... See More $26.00
* No trade with the Creek Indians
* Pre Revolutionary War
Page 6 has a brief item noting: "On the 22nd Sir James Wright, Governor of Georgia, issued a proclamation prohibiting all trade and intercourse with the Creek Indians..." with a bit more (see).
Other news of the day, mostly European, with many advertisements as well. Eigh... See More $35.00
* Boston Port Bill reaction
* Pre-Revolutionary War tensions
Half of a page is taken up with reports headed: "News From America" which includes in part: "Most of the stores on the Long Wharf are now shut up...Yet under these unhappy circumstances people in general have that fortitude which did honour to the an... See More $59.00
* Great content on reaction to the Boston Port Bill
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions brewing up
Half of a page is taken up with reports headed: "News From America" which includes in part: "Most of the stores on the Long Wharf are now shut up...Yet under these unhappy circumstances people in general have that f... See More $59.00
* Boston Port Bill reaction
* Pre Revolutionary War original
Inside has a letter from Alexander McKee, Agent for Indian Affairs at Fort Pitt, which begins: "You must...be acquainted with the critical situation of this country; the unhappy disturbances which have lately arose between the Virginians and the natives..." with more (see),... See More $48.00
Page 2 has a letter from Boston which includes: "...our affairs have taken such a turn that we have not the smallest prospect of our ports being opened this year...with the shutting up of the ports it has effectuall... See More $93.00
* New Jersey protests British tyranny
* Colonies to join together against UK
* Pre Revolutionary War original reading
Page 2 has some great content concerning a meeting in New Jersey debating the: "...dangerous & destructive nature of sundry acts of the British Parliament with respect to the fundamental liberties of the American... See More $72.00
* South Carolina joins rest of colonies in tensions w/ British
* Pre Revolutionary War original from the enemy
* re. Boston Port Bill
Page 3 ha a letter from Boston relaying the plight resulting from the Boston Port Bill (see). Another page has a terrific letter attacking the "insolence" of the American peo... See More $73.00
* General Thomas Gage killed ?
* Pre Revolutionary War original
Inside has a report noting: "...some commotions at Boston in New England, that a very great number of the army have deserted; and that some mischief has been done. It was also reported that General Gage was killed & that two regiments of his troops have revolted.... See More $38.00
* Discussion to repeal the Intolerable Acts
* Pre Revolutionary War original
An inside page has some "Proceedings Yesterday at Guildhall" in London, which includes some discussion of the situation in America such as: "...that were we only to cast our eyes to America we should see to what a dreadful situation those brave people... See More $57.00
* Early Southern America - Indians
* The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament
A brief report notes that: "...letter from Mobile, in West Florida, mentions that the town of Villa Real, near New Orleans, had in the night been set upon by a large party of Indians who murdered several of the Spaniards...&quo... See More $47.00
The back page has a significant report, being a proclamation signed in type by th... See More $47.00
* American Independency ad
* Pre Revolutionary War original
Page 3 contains a nice advertisement for the publishing of: "American Independence, the Interest and Glory of Great Britain; or, Arguments to prove, that not only in Taxation, but in Trade, Manufactures, and Government, the Colonies are entitled to an entire Independency...&qu... See More $76.00
* Reports from the First Continental Congress
* Pre Revolutionary War original reading
Inside has a letter from Boston which notes: "...certain General who had been disgusted at the treatment he had met with at the Court of London, has joined the people at Boston. He had set out for the congress at Philadelphia...with an intention to ... See More $54.00
The first 3 pages of text contain reports from the "Debates in the House o... See More $220.00
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 29, 1774 An inside page has over a full column of text headed "Extract of a Letter from New York" which has some great reading on events just prior to the outbreak of war in the colonies, with bits including: "...deliberations of the General Congress; but every thing they are about is endeavoured to be kept secret. To quiet our impatience &a... See More
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* Americans call to arms
An inside page has over a full column of text headed "Extract of a Letter from New York" which has some great reading on events just prior to the outbreak of war in the colonies, with bits including: "...deliberations of the General Congress; but every thing they are about is endeavoured to be kep... See More $53.00
Seven pages are taken up with relations between England and America with an introductory piece which notes: "...controversy between administration & American daily grows more & more serious; & not only the colony of New England (which still maintain that elevated spirit of freedom and independence...) but all the other coloni... See More $98.00
Another page has an interesting item: "...ment... See More $34.00
* The colonies state their case regarding taxation
* Pre revolutionary war tensions
Almost the entire front page is taken up with a fascinating article titled: "An Argument in Defence of the Exclusive Right claimed by the Colonies to tax themselves. With a Review of the Laws of England relative to Representation and... See More $67.00
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 19, 1775 A pg. 3 report taken from letters form Boston includes: "The residence of the General Congress at Philadelphia has entirely debauched the minds of the people of that place..are now as violent as any of the other Colonies. I am informed...that every resolution of the Congress will be strictly adhered to. No place on the continent has shewn so ... See More
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* Troubles in the American Colonies
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions - Rare title from the U.S.
A front page item is concerning the Six Nations of Indians (see photos).
Page 2 has a great item from the House of Lords concerning the troubles with the colonies, carrying over to pg. 3 as well.
The back p... See More $175.00
* Boston violence increasing
Page 2 has some news from America which includes: "...the petitioners very sincerely lament the unhappy differences which have already arisen between Great Britain & her colonies, & cannot without great concern & abhorrence, reflect upon that felicitous spirit which hath broken out with su... See More $47.00
* Rare British title
* America tensions
Page 2 has a report from New York that: "...The General Assembly is broke up after protesting against the proceedings of the General Congress & after having ordered the petition to King & Parliament, praying their aid to relieve them from the oppression they labour under from so... See More $35.00
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* Start of war is near
The ftpg. has a report headed: "Advices From America" and a brief item from Philadelphia: "...the Committee for this city and liberties ordered a fresh supply to be sent to the distressed inhabitants of Boston." concerning the siege there.... See More $36.00
* British not in favor of the Revolutionary War
The entire front page is taken up with "The Speech of the Honorable Henry Temple Luttrell", presumably in Parliament, which includes near the beginning:
* "Upon a former occasion I presumed to state a few of my sentiments to the House relative to the ... See More $270.00
* Battle of Bunker Hill
* Ethan Allen - Fort Ticonderoga
* Revolutionary War original
Page 2 has the printing of a great: "Proclamation" from Quebec signed in type by: Guy Carleton, reading in part: "Whereas a rebellion prevails in many of his Majesty's colonies in America...and whereas many of the said rebels have with ... See More $235.00
Most of page 5 is taken up with: "A Copy of General Bugoyne's Answer to General Lee, dated July 8, 1775..." whic... See More $51.00
Included in the issue is an article: "An Intercepted letter from Benjamin Harrison to General Washington" which contains much on events of the war and takes nearly two pages. There is also a great & lengthy article titled: &... See More $290.00
John Hancock... Samuel Adams...
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LONDON CHRONICLE, London, England, June 16, 1770* John Hancock
* Samuel Adams
* Pre revolutionary war original from the enemy
Inside under "America" is a report stating the John Hancock, Samuel Adams & two others were elected by the "Freeholders" to represent them in the "General Court or Assembly".
Under "Ireland" is word that: "...Cap... See More $45.00
General Assembly of Georgia...
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LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 16, 1771
Inside under America is a report from Charles-town stating: The reason alleged by Governor Wright in his proclamation dated Feb. 22, for dissolving the General Assembly of Georgia, is on account of the Common House of Assembly having assumed themselves some very extraordinary and unwarranted powers, and otherwise misbehaving.
About 8 1/2 by 11 inches,
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Inside under America is a report from Charles-town stating: The reason alleged by Governor Wright in his proclamation dated Feb. 22, for dissolving the General Assembly of Georgia, is on account of the Common House of Assembly having assumed themselves some very extraordinary and unwarranted powers, and otherwise misbehaving.
About 8 1/2 by 11 inches,
Samuel Adams and John Hancock mention...
Regulators in North Carolina... leading to pre-war bloodshed...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1771 This issue contains news from America "Charles-Town, May 8. The General Assembly of the province of Georgia, met at Savannah on the 23d past. On the 24th the new elected Commons House of Assembly unanimously re-chose the Hon. Noble Wimberly Jones, Esq; for their Speaker; but he being disapproved of by the Governor, they, the same day, unan... See More
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The Regulators of North Carolina...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 3, 1771 Page 2 has a report from Charleston, South Carolina, concerning the Regulators, noting in part: "...upwards of 2000 of the Regulators having, since the battle of the 26th past, laid down their arms upon Governor Tryon's Proclamation offering a pardon to all...that would immediately do so, pay their taxes, take the oath of allegiance, and r... See More
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Colonial issue with nice content...
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THE ESSEX GAZETTE, Salem, Massachusetts, Oct. 29, 1771 A nice engraving in the masthead. The front page has: "A Proclamation" By the Governor" for a day of thanksgiving & praise, signed in type: T. Hutchinson. The front page also has much news from London, one item noting: "It is said, in regard to the colonies, that all due obedience to the Mother Country will be ins... See More
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Dueling... King's Proclamation...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 20, 1773 The entire front page is an article concerning dueling (see for beginning). An inside page has a few brief reports headed: "America".The back page has "By the King, A Proclamation" for rescheduling a session of Parliament (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More $26.00
Dueling... King's Proclamation...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 20, 1773 * Early dueling
* Pre Rev. War
The entire front page is an article concerning dueling (see for beginning). An inside page has a few brief reports headed: "America". The back page has "By the King, A Proclamation" for rescheduling a session of Parliament (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice co... See More $26.00
No trade with the Creek Indians...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 14, 1774 * No trade with the Creek Indians
* Pre Revolutionary War
Page 6 has a brief item noting: "On the 22nd Sir James Wright, Governor of Georgia, issued a proclamation prohibiting all trade and intercourse with the Creek Indians..." with a bit more (see).
Other news of the day, mostly European, with many advertisements as well. Eigh... See More $35.00
Great content on reaction to the Boston Port Bill, and more...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 4, 1774 * Boston Port Bill reaction
* Pre-Revolutionary War tensions
Half of a page is taken up with reports headed: "News From America" which includes in part: "Most of the stores on the Long Wharf are now shut up...Yet under these unhappy circumstances people in general have that fortitude which did honour to the an... See More $59.00
Great content on reaction to the Boston Port Bill, and more...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 4, 1774 * Great content on reaction to the Boston Port Bill
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions brewing up
Half of a page is taken up with reports headed: "News From America" which includes in part: "Most of the stores on the Long Wharf are now shut up...Yet under these unhappy circumstances people in general have that f... See More $59.00
Reacting to the Boston Port Bill...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 18, 1774 * Boston Port Bill reaction
* Pre Revolutionary War original
Inside has a letter from Alexander McKee, Agent for Indian Affairs at Fort Pitt, which begins: "You must...be acquainted with the critical situation of this country; the unhappy disturbances which have lately arose between the Virginians and the natives..." with more (see),... See More $48.00
Great wealth of terrific content, including mention of "independence"...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 20, 1774 The ftpg. has news headed: "America" with reports from Savannah and Charleston, concerning Indian affairs (see). Page 2 has a letter from Boston which includes: "...our affairs have taken such a turn that we have not the smallest prospect of our ports being opened this year...with the shutting up of the ports it has effectuall... See More $93.00
Proposing the First continental Congress...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 23, 1774 Page 3 has some: "...accounts of the proceedings at different places in America." which include in part: "...counties of...Maryland...voted several of the Boston Port Bill...Entering into a non-importation & non-exportation agreement to & from Great Britain...till the said Bill shall be repealed...opening a subscript... See More
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"by Uniting we stand, by Dividing we fall"...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 8, 1774 Page 2 has a letter from Boston which includes: "...The unkind, severe, & cruel steps Parliament have taken & still are taking to subdue America is the reason of your not receiving orders...the whole continent...will enter into a non-consumption agreement..." (see photos). This is followed by another letter from Boston which has ... See More
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"by Uniting we stand, by Dividing we fall"...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, September 8, 1774 Page 2 has a letter from Boston which includes: "...The unkind, severe, & cruel steps Parliament have taken & still are taking to subdue America is the reason of your not receiving orders...the whole continent...will enter into a non-consumption agreement..." (see). This is followed by another letter from Boston which has som... See More
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New Jersey acts to protest the measures of England...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 15, 1774 * New Jersey protests British tyranny
* Colonies to join together against UK
* Pre Revolutionary War original reading
Page 2 has some great content concerning a meeting in New Jersey debating the: "...dangerous & destructive nature of sundry acts of the British Parliament with respect to the fundamental liberties of the American... See More $72.00
South Carolina joins with the other colonies...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, September 17, 1774 * South Carolina joins rest of colonies in tensions w/ British
* Pre Revolutionary War original from the enemy
* re. Boston Port Bill
Page 3 ha a letter from Boston relaying the plight resulting from the Boston Port Bill (see). Another page has a terrific letter attacking the "insolence" of the American peo... See More $73.00
General Gage killed?...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 1, 1774 * General Thomas Gage killed ?
* Pre Revolutionary War original
Inside has a report noting: "...some commotions at Boston in New England, that a very great number of the army have deserted; and that some mischief has been done. It was also reported that General Gage was killed & that two regiments of his troops have revolted.... See More $38.00
Discussion to repeal the Intolerable Acts...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 4, 1774 * Discussion to repeal the Intolerable Acts
* Pre Revolutionary War original
An inside page has some "Proceedings Yesterday at Guildhall" in London, which includes some discussion of the situation in America such as: "...that were we only to cast our eyes to America we should see to what a dreadful situation those brave people... See More $57.00
Discussion to repeal the Intolerable Acts...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 4, 1774 An inside page has some "Proceedings Yesterday at Guildhall" in London, which includes some discussion of the situation in America such as: "...that were we only to cast our eyes to America we should see to what a dreadful situation those brave people were reduced through the iniquitous conduct of the late corrupt Houses of Parlia... See More
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The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 11, 1774 * Early Southern America - Indians
* The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament
A brief report notes that: "...letter from Mobile, in West Florida, mentions that the town of Villa Real, near New Orleans, had in the night been set upon by a large party of Indians who murdered several of the Spaniards...&quo... See More $47.00
The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 11, 1774 A brief report notes that: "...letter from Mobile, in West Florida, mentions that the town of Villa Real, near New Orleans, had in the night been set upon by a large party of Indians who murdered several of the Spaniards..." with a bit more (see).The back page has a significant report, being a proclamation signed in type by th... See More $47.00
Advertisement for a work on American independency...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 22, 1774 * American Independency ad
* Pre Revolutionary War original
Page 3 contains a nice advertisement for the publishing of: "American Independence, the Interest and Glory of Great Britain; or, Arguments to prove, that not only in Taxation, but in Trade, Manufactures, and Government, the Colonies are entitled to an entire Independency...&qu... See More $76.00
Discussing American independence on the front page...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 25, 1774 Most of the front page is a fascinating review of a new work recently published, titled: "American Independence, the Interest and Glory of Great Britain: or, Arguments to prove that not only in Taxation but in Trade, Manufactures, and Government, the Colonies are entitled to an entire Independency on the British Legislature". There is... See More
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Reports from the First Continental Congress...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 29, 1774 * Reports from the First Continental Congress
* Pre Revolutionary War original reading
Inside has a letter from Boston which notes: "...certain General who had been disgusted at the treatment he had met with at the Court of London, has joined the people at Boston. He had set out for the congress at Philadelphia...with an intention to ... See More $54.00
The Suffolk Resolves...
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1774 A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.The first 3 pages of text contain reports from the "Debates in the House o... See More $220.00
Preparing for the Revolutionary War...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 29, 1774 * Americans call to arms
An inside page has over a full column of text headed "Extract of a Letter from New York" which has some great reading on events just prior to the outbreak of war in the colonies, with bits including: "...deliberations of the General Congress; but every thing they are about is endeavoured to be kep... See More $53.00
Articles of Association, and much more...
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THE LONDON MAGAZINE, London, England, December, 1774Seven pages are taken up with relations between England and America with an introductory piece which notes: "...controversy between administration & American daily grows more & more serious; & not only the colony of New England (which still maintain that elevated spirit of freedom and independence...) but all the other coloni... See More $98.00
America Trade...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 10, 1774 Page two has a few bits of news from America, including: "The Congress have unanimously voted a non-importation agreement. The province of Virginia...have agreed not to plant any more tobacco...The duty upon tobacco is a very principal article of the revenue of Great Britain...".Another page has an interesting item: "...ment... See More $34.00
The colonies state their case regarding taxation...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 29, 1774 * The colonies state their case regarding taxation
* Pre revolutionary war tensions
Almost the entire front page is taken up with a fascinating article titled: "An Argument in Defence of the Exclusive Right claimed by the Colonies to tax themselves. With a Review of the Laws of England relative to Representation and... See More $67.00
Congress petitions to King of England...
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THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, January, 1775 Formatted very much like the more popular "Gentleman's Magazine" but a considerably less common title. Near the back is "Domestic Intelligence" with various news of the day including reports concerning America, such as: "...particulars of a petition to be presented to parliament in the present alarming situat... See More
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Great front page content on troubles between England & the colonies...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, Jan. 5, 1775 The entire front page--and most of page 2--are taken up with excellent letters concerning the strained relationship between England & the American colonies. The first is a letter from Philadelphia concerning: "...inhabitants of Boston have informed us...that the fortifications erecting within that town, the frequent invasions of private property, &... See More
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Great front page content on troubles between England & the colonies...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, Jan. 5, 1775 The entire front page--and most of page 2--are taken up with excellent letters concerning the strained relationship between England & the American colonies. The first is a letter from Philadelphia concerning: "...inhabitants of Boston have informed us...that the fortifications erecting within that town, the frequent invasions of private property, &... See More
$64.00
Troubles with the colonies...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, February 7, 1775 * Troubles in the American Colonies
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions - Rare title from the U.S.
A front page item is concerning the Six Nations of Indians (see photos).
Page 2 has a great item from the House of Lords concerning the troubles with the colonies, carrying over to pg. 3 as well.
The back p... See More $175.00
The violence in Boston...
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EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, March 1, 1775 * Boston violence increasing
Page 2 has some news from America which includes: "...the petitioners very sincerely lament the unhappy differences which have already arisen between Great Britain & her colonies, & cannot without great concern & abhorrence, reflect upon that felicitous spirit which hath broken out with su... See More $47.00
The coming trouble with the American colonies...
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THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, March 4, 1775 * Rare British title
* America tensions
Page 2 has a report from New York that: "...The General Assembly is broke up after protesting against the proceedings of the General Congress & after having ordered the petition to King & Parliament, praying their aid to relieve them from the oppression they labour under from so... See More $35.00
A Poem on the troubles in America...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 30, 1775.
*Cato's Letters
Pages 1 & 2 contain one of the continued "Cato's Letters" which delves into politics by comparing the achievements & failings of the empires in Rome & Greece. There is talk of free and enslaved nations near the end of the article (see photos). Over half of page 2 is taken up with a poem which begi
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*Cato's Letters
Pages 1 & 2 contain one of the continued "Cato's Letters" which delves into politics by comparing the achievements & failings of the empires in Rome & Greece. There is talk of free and enslaved nations near the end of the article (see photos). Over half of page 2 is taken up with a poem which begi
Trouble brewing before the outbreak of war...
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THE MIDDLESEX JOURNAL & EVENING ADVERTISER, London, April 13, 1775 * Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* Start of war is near
The ftpg. has a report headed: "Advices From America" and a brief item from Philadelphia: "...the Committee for this city and liberties ordered a fresh supply to be sent to the distressed inhabitants of Boston." concerning the siege there.... See More $36.00
British not in favor of the Revolutionary War...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 3, 1775* British not in favor of the Revolutionary War
The entire front page is taken up with "The Speech of the Honorable Henry Temple Luttrell", presumably in Parliament, which includes near the beginning:
* "Upon a former occasion I presumed to state a few of my sentiments to the House relative to the ... See More $270.00
The Revolutionary War...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 20, 1775
* Ticonderoga & Crown Point
* General Gage
Ftpg. is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coertion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for altering the charter of M
... See More
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* Ticonderoga & Crown Point
* General Gage
Ftpg. is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coertion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for altering the charter of M
Battle of Bunker Hill... And so much more...
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1775 A very historic issue as it contains the first report on the battle of Bunker Hill, which is signed in type: Thomas Gage. This report takes nearly an entire page and begins: "I am to acquaint your Lordship of an action that happened on the 17th of June instant between his Majesty's troops and a large body of the rebel forces. An alarm was... See More
$365.00
Battle of Bunker Hill... And so much more...
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1775 A very historic issue as it contains the first report on the battle of Bunker Hill, which is signed in type: Thomas Gage. This report takes nearly an entire page and begins: "I am to acquaint your Lordship of an action that happened on the 17th of June instant between his Majesty's troops and a large body of the rebel forces. An alarm was... See More
$355.00
Gage offers pardon, but not to Adams or Hancock...
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LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 20, 1775 Page 2 has a report beginning: "Lt. Gen. Gage...gives an account that the town of Boston continued to be surrounded by a large body of Rebel Provincials...the Rebels had been burning houses..." and continues with: "...Gen. Gage had published a Proclamation offering his Majesty's pardon to all persons who should immediately lay down ... See More
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Battle of Bunker Hill... Ethan Allen takes Ticonderoga...
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 3, 1775 * Battle of Bunker Hill
* Ethan Allen - Fort Ticonderoga
* Revolutionary War original
Page 2 has the printing of a great: "Proclamation" from Quebec signed in type by: Guy Carleton, reading in part: "Whereas a rebellion prevails in many of his Majesty's colonies in America...and whereas many of the said rebels have with ... See More $235.00
Revolutionary War in it's infancy.....
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 22, 1775 Page 3 has a letter from New York which includes: "...wait upon our Provincial Congress now sitting in this city with the news that the Indian nations are determined not to act against the Colonies...that even the Canadian Indians are our friends...A regular army of 70,000 men is to be immediately raised; all ranks of people are in arms. Se... See More
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American troops deserting?
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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 29, 1775 Pg. 2 has a brief item noting: "...that several of the Provincials had deserted to General Gage, that many others had retired to their families & that a flux had attacked their camp which carried off numbers."Most of page 5 is taken up with: "A Copy of General Bugoyne's Answer to General Lee, dated July 8, 1775..." whic... See More $51.00
Includes a diagram of the fort at Bunker's Hill...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1775 A nice issue with much historic content from the beginning months of the Revolutionary War.Included in the issue is an article: "An Intercepted letter from Benjamin Harrison to General Washington" which contains much on events of the war and takes nearly two pages. There is also a great & lengthy article titled: &... See More $290.00
John Hancock... Early reports on the Revolutionary War...
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1775 The first several pages contain a nice account of Parliamentary discussion concerning the troubles in America, a portion including: "...the rebellious war now levied is become more general, & is manifestly carried on for the purpose of establishing an independent empire. I need not dwell upon the fatal effects of the succes
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